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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-01-1991COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA APRIL 1~ 1991 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in Council Chambers in the City-County Building~ Jeffersonville~ Indiana~ at ?:BO P.M. on the 1st day of April~ 1991. The meeting was called to Clerk and Treasurer C. Richard Spencer Mayor Orem asked all those present McFarland of Community Christian Church gave order by Mayor Dale Orem~ and Jr. at the desk. to stand as Reverend Kay the invocation. He then asked those present to ~oin in the pledge and those present Perkins, Williams~ The roll was called Carter, Clapp~ Grooms~ Harrod~ Absent: None. Counci!person Harrod made of the meeting of March 18~ of allegiance to the flag. were Councilpersons and Waiz. the motion to approve the minutes 1991 as presented~ seconded by Councilperson Grooms and carried unanimously. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim regieter for consideration by the Council along with additional claims. Agent of Record Culpepper Cooper explained the two large Humana claims and answered questions. programs answering Couneilperson Grooms presented along with the and carried unanimously. Within Agent Cooper then explained the insurance all questions. Following all discussion, made the motion to approve the claims as additional, seconded by Councilperson Harrod Ordinance No. 9i-0R-85~ An Ordinance Transferring Funds Same Department~ was presented and discussed. Council President Carter made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 91-0R-85, seconded by Councilperson Harrod~ passing unanimously. Council Preeident Carter then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 91-0R-S5 on all passing with the Ayes: three readings, seconded by Councilperson following roll call vote: Councilpersons Clapp~ Williams~ Waiz~ and Perkins. Nays: None. Harrod, PAGE 2 APRIL 17 1991 Mayor Orem introduced Ordinance No. 91-OR-B6, An Ordinance Implementing Partially Self-Funded Health Insurance Plan For City Employees. Agent Cooper explained the changes in the health insurance that were approved by the Board of Works. Following all discussion~ Councilperson Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 91-0R-26, seconded by Councilperson Harrod and carried unanimously~ Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 91-0R-86 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Waiz, passing with the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilpersons Harrod~ Grooms~ Carter, Clapp, Williams, Waiz, and Perkins. Nays: None. Councitperson Perkins introduced Mr. and Mrs. Ken Coomer, and Mr. John Frey and Mr. John Frey Jr. asking each to explain their plans for new business in downtown Jeffersonville. Mr. Coomer told of his plans for a cafeteria-type restaurant that will seat 136 with meals in the $A.00 to $5.00 range. Mr. Frey Jr. explained plans for a restaurant that would serve meals in the $18.00 to $20.00 range. There is a possibility this could work into a bed and breakfast. Councilperson Perkins would like to encourage local people to spend local money and would like to see the increase in assessed value. there is another plan that may discussion, Councilperson Perkins these people have tax abatments in Councilperson Waiz informed them benefit these two. Following all made the motion for the Council to go on record as being in favor of both projects and that the Council would look favorably on their application for tax abatement, seconded by Councilperson Harrod. Councilperson Grooms feels these two should not be singled out~ but would like to see a geographic area designated. It was explained the Economic Development Commission recommends to the Council economic target areas. Councilperson Clapp would like to see guidelines followed. At the conclusion of all discussions the vote on the motion was called for. The vote was 6-0-1. Councilperson Clapp abstained from the vote stating she is in favor of these businesses~ however she has received many calls asking that guidelines be followed. Mayor Orem did inform Mr. Coomer and Mr. Frey they must file a statement of benefits if prior approval is given. A Spring Street and Court Avenue corridor was discussed. PAGE 3 APRIL 1~ 1991 Mayor regarding to Resolution Areas With The City Of Revitalization Areas" that Orem introduced Dr. Gulley to answer questions No. 91-R-i5~ A Resolution Designating Certain Jeffersonville, Indiana~ As "Economic had been previously tabled. Dr. Gulley assumed this was a Urban Development. given by the State feels the intent explained the sequence of events in the purchase~ construction, etc. of the building in question. He explained he completed and timely mailed a Statement of Benefits. This was never received in the proper office. He feels he has been given unreliable information. It was target area as the property was purchased from Attorney Filer wishes to make sure an opinion is Board of Tax Commissioners. Councilperson Perkins was honorable and the paperwork was not correct. Councilperson Clapp questions if this type of building is eligible. Attorney Filer explained that is why the paperwork is starting where it is with the designating of a target area. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer asked Dr. Gulley when he occupied the building and was informed this was in July 1990. He then asked if the bulding has ever been assessed for tax purposes and was told it had not. Spencer then indicated to the other memebers of the Council that he feels Dr. Gulley has virtually received one year of tax abatment. At which time Commissioner Scales indicated and therefore no records had this time for the purpose of assessing. At questions and discussion, no action was taken. the State Tax Commission. the building has not yet been completed, been given to the Township Assessor at the conclusion of all This will be taken to Mayor Orem introduced Resoltuion No. 91-R-16, Resolution Of The Common Council Of Jeffersonville~ Indiana Authorizing The Transfer Of Certain Real Property By The City To The Jeffersonville Redevelopment Authority. Attorney Fifer explained this Resolution and the need for it. Councilperson Perkins doesn't see the need for this as the Redevelopment Authority is an entity of the City of Jeffersonville. He also questions if the street could be closed by the Authority. Attorney Filer Authority and the motion to Williams. Attorney Fifer stated this could not be done. wiii ask the deed be in the name of the Redevelopment the City of Jeffersonvi]le. Councilperson Hatred made pass Resolution No. 91-R-16, seconded by Councilperson Councilperson Waiz stated he has mixed emotions on this. PAGE A APRIL l~ 1991 Councilperson Perkins Attorney Council will put still fears Market Street will be given away. Filer will put a covenant in the deed protecting the City. President Carter would prefer an easement. Attorney Filer a restrictive covenant in the deed saying that in no event shall the existing public streets be disturbed without the express consent of the City of Jeffersonville and/or vacated according to Indiana statute. Upon the call for the-questions the Resolution passed on a vote of 4-3~ with Councilpersons Perkins, Waiz, and Carter voting against the Resolution. Councilperson Williams introduced and made the motion to pass on the second reading, Ordinance No. 91-0R-18~ An Ordinance Amending And Partially Repealing The Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance, seconded by Councilperson Harrod~ passing unanimously. Councilperson Waiz asked about the status of a lawsuit regarding the annexed areas. Mayor Orem stated he had met with Attorney Larry Wilder and they are not close to a settlement as stated in the newspaper. Councilperson Williams stated he will not be able to attend the meeting scheduled for April Park Superintendent Caldwell, representatives of the Y.M.C.A., and 1991. He has been working with Councilperson Grooms, and it appears a park may be expanded on 5 and 1/2 acres of Y.M.C.A. property. The Y.M.C.A. Board is in favor of this. Councilperson Perkins would like to see the Rock Lake property considered. Councilperson Grooms stated credit for this also goes to Harold Lakeman and Councilperson Williams. Councilperson Groom~ announced a meeting Comprehensive Plan, Wednesday~ April 3~ Office at ?:30 P.M. Councilperson Grooms on the 1991~ at the Redevelopment notes he has not taken part in the discussion~ or the selection of~ self-insured prescription card. Councilperson Perkins thanked the for the Coomers and Freys. He informed the pharmacies for the Council for allowing time the Council it appears Maintenance Director Wathen may be turning back money in his budget. Councilperson Perkins inquired of Commissioner Scales the status of a house on Meigs owned by Mr. Allen. Commissioner Scales received the "green card" back today on the notice. An inspection is needed again. PAGE 5 APRIL lr 1991 Council President Carter is working with Park Superintendent Caldwell and Street Commissioner Hemingway on a basketball court. Mayor Orem informed the Council the City and County Commissioners have entered into a contract with INTELINET for long distance phone service in Indiana. This should save about two-thirds on the bill. He encourages all to drive by and look at the improvements construction breaking -For in the Nachand Fieldhouse. Mayor orem said the sewer is moving ahead on in-ground sewer locations~ The ground the plant will be April 13, 1991. It has been discovered is a door in the sewer passage at Indiana Avenue that is being there worked on. Council overtime money for the Fire Department OSHA required gear. There being no further business President Carter reminds the Council of extra and also money is needed for to Councilperson Perkins moved to adjourn at Councilperson Waiz and unanimously carried. come before the Council~ 9:55 P.M- seconded by ATTEST ~LERK ~